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, 1887-01-14

There should be a radical and bold re-
form in reference TO funeral expenses.
Items: Lot in cemetery, difficult to aver
age, but for a family in a thriving village
the cost will not be less than $50. What
forl l presume l shall run counter to A
very popular sentiment when | say that
our rural cemeteries are very far from
aesthetic and very far from tolerable.
The possible charm of white stones,
Clipped and carved in ludicrous conven-
tionalities, il wholly a fancy. Weeping
willows, placed to suggest tears and dis
consolation, are far from tender memo
rails. Evergreens cut into the form OF
zones are equally distasteful.
The cemetery is n resort of idlers and
twaddling looms. The expense lavished
on monuments is money absolutely
wasted. There is something to me re
voting about having a loved friend on
exhibition labeled and advertised in an
avenue of other peoples labeled friends.
Whatever associations are sustained with
the body after death should be private
and modest. Our cemeteries are hugely
boastful and pretentious. Add to item
No. ! n headstone to cost anywhere from
$40 to $3.50. l am now specifying the
average cost of n monument for a person
simply well to DON. Maurice. NJ. D..
in Globe Democrat.
, 1887-01-14
Paris Academy Prizes.

Among the prizes of the Paris Academy
of Sciences the present year is Ii OF
$500 for the most important improve
ment of steam engines or any other in
vention contributing most to the progress
Of steam navigation; a gold medal for the
most interesting observation on work
most conducive to the progress OF as
tronomy; 8 1000 for the best work Oh
the theory Of Jupiter's satellites, discuss
ing the observations and deductions the
constants contained in it, especially that
which furnishes a direct determination
of the velocity of light; 5000 for any i'm
portant improvement in the theory Of the
application Of electricity to the trans
mission of force; 81, 900 for the work
most conducive to the progress of organic
chemistry; also, on the influence exer-
.'ised on earthquakes by the geological
constitution of a country, by the action
of water, or any other physical causes.
New York Sun.
, 1887-01-14

Tia" -.wag" system oi Southampton,
England, IS based ON the discovery Of II
porous carbon, u mineral powder. which
%procfpitates and oxidizes solids and organic
matter in solution, ut the same time de
~stroying all noxious smells and purifying
the liquid. Two tanks are placed at the
outlet Of the sewer. which are used alter
natcly. When one is full the powder is
added. and precipitates the solid matter,
and the clear water is then drawn OF and
the ''sludge' mixed with street scrapngs
und sold for manure. Meantime the other
tank is filling. and ~ the process on
tinues. The cost of the system at South
ampton is estimated at about SI.Jj per
/ 900, 900 gallons OF sewage treated, or
oi y s2.ls a day for IA district containing
IL. 1000 inhabitants. Boston Budget.
, 1887-01-14

The unprecedented sale of Boschee 4
German Syrup, within a few years, has
astonished the world. 1t is, without
doubt, the safest and best remedy ever
discovered for the speedy and effectual
cure of Coughs, Colds and the severest
lung troubles. 1t acts on an entirely DIFF
ferent principle from the usual prescrip-
tons given by physicians, as it does not
dry up a cough and leave the disease still
in the system, but on the contrary removes
the cause of the trouble, heals the parts
affected and leaves them in n purely
healthy condition. A bottle kept in the
house for use when the diseases make
their appearance, will save doctors bills
and a long spell of serious illness A trial
will convince you of these facts. 1t is
positively sold by all druggists and general
dealers in the land. Price, 70 cents, large
bottles.
, 1887-01-14

\ noble minded merchant of world
wide acquaintance, long years of expe-
Renee and vast wealth honestly accumu-
lated, was asked how many dishonest
men in mercantile life he had met with
during his long and varied career. Said
he: II nave traded with most all the civ
ilized races of the earth, and in all my
long and varied commercial e.. ierience,
in which more often than otherwise the
honor of the man was my only protec-
ton. | found but two or three men whom
| considered innately dishonest. These
men would have remained the same in
principle had they been engaged in any
other vocation in life.-Dry Goods
Chronicle.
, 1887-01-14

Nerros Debility, Seminal Weakness,
E,rhaustod Vitality, Lost Manhood, and
all the terrible effects Of self abuse and
excuses in maturer years, such as noe.
,urnal emissions, loss Of memory. dImness
Of vision. aversion to society, the vital
auid passing mobservcd in the urine and
other symptoms that lead to insanity and
dos.ih. rrang and Middle aged Men
suffering IRON the above should consult us
at cncc. Care guaranteed IN all such
cas,s. CONSULTATION FREE
Chemical analysis, including thorough
microscope examinations ofllie urine, s..
An honest opinion given in all cases. We
furnish The Great English Remedp, ST.
Asficy (ooper's Vital Restorative, at SO a
bottle. or four times the quantity $40
AMPLE BOTTLE FNEf
to II one stating symptoms, sex and age.
Address English Medical Dispensary, No.
II kearuy 81, San Francisco, Cain.
, 1887-01-14

a French journal says that flowers may
h. preserved with all their natural bril-
liancy and freshness by dipping them into
a mixture made as follows: In a well
corked bottle dissolve six drachms of
coarscly powdered clear gum copal, add
the same quantity of broken glass, and
fifteen and u half ounces (by weight OF
pure r%ectified sulphuric ether. The flow
ers should be dipped into this varnish-like
fluid four OF five times, allowing them to
remain in "A current of air for ten minutes
between each immersion. This plan, ii
it does not interfere with the delicate tex
TIM of the petals, should be of use tc
flower painters, who often have TO hurry
their work unduly because of the perish
able nature of their models.-Chambers'
Journal.
, 1887-01-14
INCONSISTENCIES OF THE nEvA.
Beauty and Purity of the Russian River.
4 nreak Up In The Spring.


a mere meek oil earth separates me
husSiah caph1ai from 'le great inN'hu -"
oil i+uoS'' ana hrough more thill ioi'N
m'er'Viih~ Veiats "i i"r'S' H'hu' S'',h
ana waNN WIN the lrenihiinS 'l7lSil' mo
n'''i' Inc "'u'r anu IN, sn'er pine uie
NeN' moves inales'lc'hiy down It's d'Fp
ch'uinti' ny Nii"So anu oie'flhSs' past
scattered coniinhnes ana s~tragghhs nuts
ori"''h summing WOODY at's anu '"'sy
factories TN nj last ginning a'lnS 'le
i""'-' ii'nlite quay "i "i' n'ls,i'i NY
l lt'4'~ ~ NE nroau nouns ana HARROW
QUIZ g. "uhnl'''''iT mo 'ni ''V"' ." VIM
Lug.
40 iuiS-idh river has inc i%h'liN' the
purity me I'~csurfsqueness' whn'h are
ul' 'N'riphis7 Oh 'hiS northern WAFER
'"'ii -" 1" IunN appreciate 'nc h""ie-
he7S oil " "'!t-t IN warm s'''7'" one
must ~ i'iiiil"' WIN IT. "'h's "F!''r,
hh'r ana a'oN' an. wines ~ Nfli.'i
en'ni"'lntti' IRON tne iet'er' Vl ii'ni ny
uA"7' 81 inc lI'ther ol WARMTH the
SItN -AlShlo' Da1h bog himself Tor
nearly slN months Z highway ipr
hla.' anu BEAST tho NeNa grows unsafe
i'f travel llte III inc mont OF Aiiil ana
Nus ua'miN ie'pin'N IL lre''o"i ny tiie
Ns'ntins "a MAY Nti t"' opening "t INC
a,ldeA on inc crystalline mas lt'Neu's
'he moment "i It's 'heltihg ny "erhS' a
A''h.h apih.ti'i'eS eiil''eS oei"rV liz, noiir
rays nave b'Suh i" srisipif thiii inc zee
crust ana I"i " hluith OF seeming urh-
ahc' 81 me 4ore'So Oh Renaissance uro'hles
pursue u"ir CHOSEN pains over III 'oh-
Sealpd river pedestrians continue 70
tf'frn" III chair slides or on i"pi' the
, 1887-01-14

An important experiment is about To
be tried by the White Star line OF steam
ers. The great steamships OF the present
day are generally run with n single
screw, but the White Star people are go
ing 10 put in two screws. This will
facilitate steering in difficult places. and
in case one screw breaks at sea ..ie Ail
will not be entirely disabled. This is a
consideration of great moment. and many
experts regard it rs the next great step
forward in ocean navigation. -NeN Work
SIM.
, 1887-01-14

The pain and misery suffered by thos
who are afflicted with dyspepsia are indies
cribable. The distress of the body is
equalled or surpassed by the confusion and
tortures of the mind, thus making ITS vic
tins suffer double afniction. The relief
that i~s..given by Hoods Sarsaparlla.. has
caused thousands to be thankful for this
great medicine. lt-dispcls the causes of
dyspepsia, and tones up the digestive or
gans. Try..Hood's S%arsaparillL.
, 1887-01-14

When Commodore Perry had fought
the victorious battle on Lake Erie and his
eye saw at Il glance that victory was Sc
cure, he wro te inpencil on the back Of an
old letter, resting the paper on his navy
cap, the following dispatch to Gen. Har-
rison: 1--WE have met the enemy and
they are ours; two ships, two brigs, n
schooner and one sloop. Yours, with
great respect and esteem, o. II. PERRY"
, 1887-01-14

| have suffered all my life with skin dis
eases of different kinds and have never
found permanent relief until, by the advice
Of a lady friend | used your valuable Cuii-
cura Remedies. | gave them a thorough
trial, using six bottles of the Cuticura
R~esolvent. TWO boxes of Cuticura and seven
cakes Of Cuiicura Soap, and the result was
Just what | had been told it would hc-d
complete cure
BELLE WADE. Richmond, Va
Reference, G.. W. I.otimer, Druggist
Richmond Va.
, 1887-01-14

In. X. loses his wife, and he goes to
the marble cutters to order a monument.
He selects an expensive model, but de-
mands a reduction in the price. The
seller objects, but finally consents, with
the remark;
well. let it 20 at that. But remem-
Der, it is only to you, because you send
lis so many good customers. New York
Graphic.
, 1887-01-14
SALT KLEIN Cunkp

was troubled with Salt Rheum for a
number OF years so that the skin entirely
came off one of nv hands from the finger
tips to the wrist | tried remedies and doc
tors prescriptions to nc purpose until
commenced taking Cuticura Remedies and
now | am entirely cured. +. T. PAR
kER, 37g northampton st. Boston.
, 1887-01-14

For the last year ! have had a species OF
itching, scaly aud pimply humors on my
face to which ] have applied a great many
methods of treatment without success and
which was speedily and entirely cured by
Cuticura.
, 1887-01-14
ON

WA and reliable Medicines arc the best
o~N todepend upon. Acker's Blood Ell
ixir has been prescribed for years for all i'm
purities ofthe Blood. lnevery form of Scrof
ulous. Syphilitic or Mercurial diseases, 1t Is
invaluable. For Rheumatism. has no equal.
Pearsc 4 McGill, Druggists.
, 1887-01-14

The best salve in the world for cuts,
bruises. sores. ulcers, salt rheum, fever,
sores, letter. chapped hands. chilblains,
corns and all skin cruptions, and positively
cures piles, or no pay required. 1t is
guaranteed to give perfect satisfaction, or
money refunded. Price 25 cents per box.
For sale by W. n. Hunt.
, 1887-01-14

Mr.. r. b. Aldrich is described by u
Lewiston journal writer as a rather
short and compact man, with smooth
face and thin, sandy, curly hair. In
conversation his small blue eyes twinkle
and his dainty mouth FUCKERS up until it
looks like n good sized dimple in his well
rounded face.-Chicago Times.
, 1887-01-14

Sir Lyon playfair says it costs 80 cents
TO 81 to put n pound of flesh upon an IN
imal or man from n beef. mutton or ham
diet; 3s cents on wheat bread diet, 10
cents for II pound of flesh on an oatmeal
diet, and . 1-2 cents for Il pound on n
potato diet.
, 1887-01-14
Make P. o. Money Orders payable aud
address Registered Letters TO

NEW ORLEANS NATIONAL. BANK.
New Orleans. la.
Ge%t,a ne s scas"csat d
and EdrfU, teho are ia charge oI me frutriaOs.
- a guarantee Of absolute fdirn,As and tnfrqr4fV
that The chances ure al equal Uid hut no pnr
edn possibiU dtrfne trhot numbers ieiH dr1io -
Prite. All pdrties. therefore. ddrcrftsinO 10
guarantee Prizes IN his LonefV. o. holding out
any other impossible tnducsm enN ore SfiHdi, ~
, 1887-01-14
SKIN and SCALP.
CIeansed, Purified and Beautified
nv the Cuticura Remedies.

For cleansing the Skin and Scalp oil
disiguring humors, for %allaying itching,
Burning and inflammation, for curing the
first symptoms of Eczema. Psoriasis, Milk
Crust, Scaly Head, Scrofula and other
inherited skin and Blood Diseases, CUT.
cura, the great Skin Cure, and Cuticura
Soap, an exquisite Skin Beautitier extern
ally, and Cuticura Resolvent. the new
BLOOD Purifier internally. are lnfallihle.
, 1887-01-14

The agents Of Il Paris insurance com
pany have received instructions to decline
tasing risks ON the lives of people who
anc in the habit of dyeing hair or beard.
, 1887-01-14

We have sold your Cuticura Remedies
Tor the last six years, and no medicines on
our shelves give better satisfaction. c. F.
ATHERTON, Druggist, Albany, y. Y.
Cuticura Remedies are sold everywhere.
Price. C~uticura. SOC; Resolvent, 81; Soap.
25c. Prepared by the Potter Drug and
Chemical Co.. Boston. Mass.
Sead for "How TO Cure Skin Diseases
QPlIRC pimples. skin blemishes and
OiiOOo, baby humors cured by Cnti-
cura Soap.
, 1887-01-14
PRIZE $3.50 900
Notice. Tickets are Ten Dollars only.
Halves. IS. Fifths. SO. Tenths, 81.

..lIy PTi<r. amounting to...,.......... .... .stgi,Opu
Application fD rates 10 clubs should be made
only to the ofiicc Of the company IN New or
leans.
For further Information write clearly, giving
iuli address
Postal Notes. Express Money Orders. or New
York Exchange Ia ordinary letter Currency nv
express AT our expense addressed
NJ. A. AtPHf New Orleans. a.,
Ur NJ. A. Washington. u. 4.
, 1887-01-14

Those who want pure Lake Mahpah-
lutah ice. should send their order to Sloan
4 Co., or call at Mauss' bakery, Seven
teenth street.
, 1887-01-14

There are i,0st Young Mems Christian
associations in the United States, with
140. 900 members.
, 1887-01-14
IAche all Over.

Neuralgia. seattle, sudden,
@SozN sharp and nervous pains, strains
N and weakness reiiered n one
minute by HE Ciaicrrd Anti Pam Plaster.
New and perfect. At druggists &c, five
for 81. Potter Drug and Chemical Com
pany. Boston.
, 1887-01-14
UNPRECEDENTED ATTRACTION
v Over Half a Million Distributed.
Louisiana State Lottery COMFY

incorporated In 1865 for Is years by the Leg
stature for Educational and Charitable pur-
poses witt a capital OF 81 zoe. UO-to which n
reserve fund OF over $1,000 has since been
added.
BY an Overwhelming popular vote It's fran
chlse was made n part Of the present State Con
%-titution adopted December "a. A. u. 1879.
Tao only Lottery Ter voted on md endoTs,d
BY hr people Of any State.
, 1887-01-14

Its Grand Single Number Drawings take
place monthly. and -he Semi Annual Draw
regularly every six months. June and December
AsPLENDID OPPORTUNITY TO WIN A
First Grand Dmwinx Class
n. in the ACADEMY OF MUSIC. NEW
TUESDAY. FEBRUARY <. 49,.
s)lst Monthly Drawing
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1887-02-17

The financial centres of Europe have
been convulsed by recent events that
point to war between Germany and
FRANCE; some OF the clearest headed
men in Europe are on record as saying
that the opening Of spring will iind
these two nations at war, while others
claim that the pending elections in
Germany once over and Bismarck hav :
ing succeeded in coercing through tear
the German nation, with the result, a
majority returned that will vote his
army bill, that then the war talk will
subside and The Bulgarian affair once
more step forward as the prominent
war question to b. settled by the Ea-
ropesn powers. We incline to the lat
ter belief.
Thus it is seen that the year opens
with lowering aspect, but Il few de,
cldei acts may clear the atmosphere OF
ali rumors and threats and by the time
the rigors of winter give way to CHEEKY
spring time war abroad and i0ternal
trouble at home may be ';sssnredly i'm
possible and 1887 be not destined to
bring bloodshed and grief to nations
and men.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1887-02-17
An Dn,iHOuS Beginning.

The present year opens with Il series
Of troubles that presage disaster before
It's close
With us Of America, the years opens
badly enough, yet with nothing com
larably SO serious as is found broN in"
IN the Eastern world.
The fisheries trouble with C,nadl is
a cloud on the horizon, no bigger tn IN
u man hand and more liable certainly
to he dlssipated than enlarged to
threatening proportions, yet 1t Is none
the less menace to our peace
The industrial turmoil into which
we have been thrown by the reckless
and arbitrary orders of the Labor I'm
IONS, driving men from their work in
tens of thoa5an Is by the iron rules of
their associations will probably result
N absolutely no good TO the working
man. but will 90 the other hand, likely
result il no more serious disaster than
tue decided unse'tling Of business at
The opening Of whaL otherwise promises
TO be year Of decided revival in trade.
Day by day ID the peace Of Europe
more seriously menancod and while it
may be likenel to Il glstnri: game Of
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1887-02-17


Gated frola the various States, countries
and societies.
As in the time of the Roman Empire
the bridge is again being resorted to
for memorial expression. 1t can easily
be made an imposing structure and
lends itself naturally to decoration. -
Since this is unitarian age, the mem.
orials it builds should not only be sig
ifcant. but useful. Statues and mon.
oliths belong to the past, and great
mementoes will more and more hereaf
ter take the form of schools, museums
bridges. libraries, homes and hospitals,
thus combining service with beauty.
The Presidents pastor complains
that he vs. grevously afflicted with Of
fce.seekers. why" said he, mo one
has anv idea of the trouble to which l
l am daily subjected" II dare say my
mail is as large AS Il Cabinet offers,
and the requests cover everything that
can be thought of" He says it does
not avail him much to declare that he
has no influence at the White House. -
That plea is construed as a ruse to re-
lieve himself of responsibility, and let
ters prayers andentreaties are then re-
doubled to induce him TO lend help
ing hand to the applicant.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1887-02-17
A Gift For All.

In order to give all y chance to test 1t, and
thus be convinced Of its wonderful curative
powers Dr. Kings New Discovery for Con
sumption Coughs and Col Ia, will be, tor a
limited time. given away. This offer is not
only liberal, but shows unbounded faith in
the merits Of this great remedy. All who
suffer from Coughs, Colds, Con sumption
AsthmA Bronchitis, or any affection ct
Throat, Chest, or Lungs, are especially re-
Ques,cd to call at NJ + Loatherman's Drug
Store, and get q Trial Bottle Free, Large
Bottles ST.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1887-02-17
A False Theory.

AS the time tor the adjournment OF
Congress approaches, We see frequent
reference to that event, made in con-
gratulato:y vein. After it shall have
occurred we shall read numerous stale
Jokes all covering the idea that the ma
ton is rid for time of dangerous
though necessary institution.
We believe that such teaching is not
only an error. bat IA miscellaneous one
and Wa believe that many who give
uttersnce to sentiments SO calculated
TO belittlc our national law making
body IN popular estimation are not on
ly guilty of u wrong, but, in majority
OF instances, intelligent second thought
would satisfy the writer Of tho folly Of
the proposition.
The enormou. and recent develop
ment of this nation has so changed and
modified the requirements of direct
ing law, that the time necessary for It's
framing under the requisite lntorma-
ton has been largely increased; domes
Tie questions relating to finance and
commerce have grown both in interest
and compl kitty; our position among
nations has at & bound assumed the
lead in many directions and lhe stere'-
typed forms of government no Longer
give an imprint o: law applicable to
the advanced Stage of our civilization.
Instead, then, Ct advocating short
sessions and 'th%rking the stars that
Congress has adjourned, We believe
that were C,ugress to sit continuously,
with ninety days summer vacation, the
country would be better governed,
there would be 40 rushing Of jobs
through under suspension OF the
rules; there would be no nine months
gap in Legislation every two years,
during which tinr ilnumerable ques
,ions ars4 that can only b. settled by
Congress and on which they must wait;
every measure WOULD :, 50 thoroughly
debated that the give and take pro
cess of Conference Committees would
become Us unknown ;.s it ia ridiculous;
there wUuld BE no OCCASION to unIuly
hasten Legislation and We are sstis-
fed that to do all that Is to be done
an to do it intelhgoHt(y you'd require
the six or seven months additional
that would be gwen 20 Legislation by
each Congress. allowing q ninety day
summer vacation each year.
AS 1t is, each Congress- is IA session
from ten to eleven Of the twanty.:our
months; this is not sufficient time in
which to lntelligenty rn-t! III require
ments of government Of a people that
is taking such giant stri les IN wesl'h,
population and commercial possibilities
AZ may be noted Of the American ma
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1887-02-17
ReneWs Her Youth.

Mrs. Pnnbc Chcslcy, Peterson, Clay co. Ia
tells the following remarkable story, the
truth of which is youched for by the resi-.
dents Of the town II am - years DID, have
been troubled with kidney complaint and
laracness for many years; could not dress
myself without clip Now am free from
all pain and soreness, and am able to do all
my own homework. owe my thanks to
Electric Bitcrs for having renewed my
youth, and removed completely all diseased
and pain" Try a bottle, only 80 cts at NJ.
T. Lcathernan's Drug Store.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1887-02-17
THANK you ! ST.

Dr. Az + RlENDS,
A the Holidays are now over, and We
have just entered into u new wear, desire to
return my mos heartfelt thanks to the pub
lie for th,lr Z n"rous patronage IN the past
Al His. to state VIII sell certain kinds Of
Mrrcoands" at greatly reduced prices for
the next 50 days in order to make room for
Spring Goods Don't fail 70 call and get
bargains.
A 10, of first class rails on hand n, s. 90
and s. 50.
Wishing YOU all y Happy and prosperous
New Year IN evc,y way ! remain your
obliged friend
ia. COs.LiFt.OWER.
Frank lin Mills.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1887-02-17
Motto. y, Md.

CHICAGO II RsEMEN, DECEMBER Sd, / e6.
When visited Carl Rurrs Dlac@ TO
sample Aladdin, by JAY GoG'd. with y
view to driving him through the Eastern
Circuit, saw his brother CANTON ,rot tue
last half otn snggv track and face strong
breeze In, drawing driver Weighing 900
lbs. There is no doubt in nv mind dat
he can eater the $50 circle. Elc Isa maj"s-
tic looking bay stallion upwards of rs hands
high. HIS gait, form, carr aye and diepos.
ton, coupled with his breeding, "mincntv
qualify him for a sire of trostcrs and car.
riagc Ii rsrs L G. WALKER (Veritus)
jan2IGm
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1887-02-17
General News.

Any person contemplating trip &c
Europe this year should enclose IS ctr.
to Tourist Editor Our Railroad men
Norfolk, Va. for books Of travel crcu-
lars &c. This concern will issue tick
cts to Europe including railroad fares
and hotel accommodations, at prices
that are considerably below other estl-
mate, tickets issued sinsly or IN parties
competent guides in foreign cities fur
nishcd free OF charge.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1887-02-17
notice.!

On and after this date no order on ,hr
Treasurer If the ta'octin Iron ca " II be
valid unless approved Wy Mr.. a Robh, Snpt.
Catoctin Iron Co..
Any information as to employ mcnt und
furnishing of supplies to said Company will
be cheeriully given by calling upon the
Supt. Mr. Robb. BY order
frbs STEINER SCllLEY Secy.